Author: By Courier staff
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Clyde the Donkey ending successful term as mayor of Divide
Clyde, the mayor of Divide, will be ending his term in office soon. “He’s been one of the best mayors we’ve ever had” Kathleen Ruyak, PR & marketing coordinator and administrative assistant for the Teller County Regional Animal Shelter said. Despite the success, the jackass will be moving on. That’s not a pejorative. Clyde is…
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New CARE House caps remarkable year for TCRAS
The acquisition of the property for the Teller County Regional Animal Shelter’s new C.A.R.E. House capped a remarkable 2023 for the organization. “2023 made it clear that Teller County is growing and that we needed to grow alongside our community,” TCRAS said in a press release. “With the continued support of generous donors and community…
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Michael Gault Wins National Art Competition for November
Michael Gault was named a monthly winner of the 13th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition for November. Gault was selected as the winner of the Water Category with their painting titled, “Cottonwood Reflections.” The judge for the November Competition was Master Artist, Skip Whitcomb. Gault, along with the other 22 winners, is now entered into…
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Old Homestead Museum announces winter hours
The Old Homestead Museum announced special winter hours to service visitors coming to Cripple Creek for Ice Castles. The museum will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday each week, hours Friday and Saturday noon — 6 p.m. with Sunday 11 a.m. — 4 p.m. The normal admission of $7 per adult will apply. “The amazing…
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Two Woodland Park schools nominated for Rising Star awards
Two Woodland Park schools, Columbine Elementary and Summit Elementary, have earned a National Rising Star nomination for excelling in implementing Capturing Kids’ Hearts in their first year using the program. “This recognition highlights the schools’ commitment to cultivating a positive school culture,” Woodland Park School District said in a press release. “The nomination underscores their…
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Christmas tree cutting permits now available
For many, selecting and cutting down a Christmas tree is a cherished tradition. That tradition continues this year. The Pikes Peak Ranger District is now offering tree-cutting permits and has issued guidelines for those intending to do so. Trees may be cut on National Forest System lands northwest of Woodland Park in the North Divide…
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WP Elite provides offseason training for Woodland Park runners
Although the high school cross country season came to an end weeks ago, many Woodland Park HS runners continue to train as they pursue excellence. The runners continue to train as a part of WP Elite, a Woodland Park running club run by Panthers coaches Jeremy Grier and Jordan Ricks. “To be excellent in the…
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9-1-1 authority upgrades with addition of new contact database
The El Paso-Teller County 9-1-1 Authority announced the implementation of a new contact database, Resident Connection, within the emergency notification system, Peak Alerts. “This upgrade aims to enhance public safety by maximizing the reach of emergency alerts during critical situations that threaten life or property,” the 9-1-1 Authority said in a press release. “With the…
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9-1-1 authority upgrades with addition of new contact database
The El Paso-Teller County 9-1-1 Authority announced the implementation of a new contact database, Resident Connection, within the emergency notification system, Peak Alerts. “This upgrade aims to enhance public safety by maximizing the reach of emergency alerts during critical situations that threaten life or property,” the 9-1-1 Authority said in a press release. “With the…
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Panther cross country teams take the next step
The Woodland Park cross country teams were looking to take “the next step” this season. Coaches Jeremy Grier and Jordan Ricks say they did just that. One notable accomplishment was the significant increase in athletes participating in off-season training. In the summer of 2022, six athletes committed to putting in off-season miles. However, in 2023,…